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Nicosia & C. Industria Musicale biography
This unique-sounding band from Piemonte, Italy, formed initially in 1971
as a quartet under the leadership of guitarist Nuccio Nicosia. The
quartet was soon expanded into a "big band" format, with the addition of
four trumpets and four trombones. The musicians eventually recorded
their only album, Una Favola Vera, in 1973. Their aspirations were
high--they wanted to produce a synthesis of elements of rock, jazz,
classical, folk, and pop with lyrics that addressed many problems of
society, especially focusing on the issues of immigration from Southern
to Northern Italy. The blend of instruments is unique, with a full
brass section in addition to the typical RPI instrumental combinations
of guitar, bass, piano, organ, Moog, drums, violin, flute, and sax. The
result is a delightful album with many elements familiar to RPI fans,
but with the addition of the brass section. Described as "a bit
intrusive at times," the brass section is nevertheless what sets this
band apart from most RPI bands and creates their unique sound. NICOSIA
& C. INDUSTRIA MUSICALE often sounds like a more pop-oriented
version of OFFICINA MECCANICA, another band with a large brass section,
albeit much more adventurous. Traces of SHOWMEN 2 and NAPOLI CENTRALE
are also heard. The album is recommended to all fans of RPI and would
be a great addition to your music library.